AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 vs Intel Core i7-13700H Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmark comparisons?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700H wins 12 of the 15 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 wins only 3. The Intel part's victories are widespread across multi-core, math, encryption, and compression workloads.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core i7-13700H scores 15474 versus 11534 for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340, a 34.2% advantage. The gap expands in Cinebench R15 multi-core, where Intel leads by 43.2% (2496 versus 1743).

Q: Does the AMD chip win any meaningful tests?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 wins in single-threaded workloads. It scores 3758 in PassMark single-thread versus 3594 for Intel, a 4.4% margin. It also leads in Cinebench R15 single-core, 276 versus 269, a 2.5% edge.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each chip?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700H has 14 cores and 20 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 has 6 cores and 12 threads. Intel's hybrid architecture provides 8 more cores and 8 more threads.

Q: How do the two processors compare in overall percentile rankings?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core i7-13700H is at the 79th percentile. Their average benchmark scores are close: 27932 for AMD versus 27355 for Intel, a difference of roughly 2%.

Q: What is the boost clock difference?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700H boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 boosts to 4.80 GHz. Despite the lower boost clock, the AMD chip wins single-thread tests, suggesting higher instructions per clock in Zen 5.

The Verdict

The benchmark data paints a clear picture: the Intel Core i7-13700H is the heavy lifter for multi-threaded and compute-intensive tasks. Its 12 benchmark wins cover nearly every category that stresses multiple cores, from Cinebench multi-core to PassMark integer math, floating point, encryption, and compression. The 34.2% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and the 67.2% lead in PassMark floating-point math show that users rendering, compiling, or crunching numbers should choose Intel.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 is the pick for single-thread responsiveness and efficiency-minded buyers. It wins the PassMark single-thread test by 4.4% and the Cinebench R15 single-core test by 2.5%, despite having a lower boost clock of 4.80 GHz versus 5.00 GHz. Its 28W TDP, versus Intel's 45W TDP, makes it the better fit for thin-and-light laptops where battery life and thermals matter more than raw throughput.

For users who need sustained multi-core performance, the Intel part is the obvious choice. For users who prioritize snappy single-thread performance in everyday tasks and lower power draw, the AMD part holds a genuine advantage. The data does not support a universal winner; it supports a workload-based decision.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-13700H dominates the multi-core arena. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 15474 against 11534 for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340, a 34.2% advantage. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows an even larger 43.2% gap (2496 versus 1743). PassMark multithread gives Intel a 37.4% lead (26399 versus 19215). These are not marginal differences; they represent a full performance tier between the two.

Math-heavy workloads amplify Intel's lead further. PassMark floating-point math shows Intel at 66322 versus 39662 for AMD, a 67.2% advantage. Integer math follows at 46.8% (92811 versus 63233). Data encryption shows Intel at 17971 versus 11212, a 60.3% lead, which is the second-largest margin in the entire comparison. Physics simulation also favors Intel heavily, with a 59.1% edge (1725 versus 1084).

Compression and sorting workloads reinforce the pattern. PassMark data compression gives Intel 307791 versus 221581 for AMD, a 38.9% gap. Random string sorting shows Intel ahead by 38.1% (33595 versus 24334). Prime number finding favors Intel by 39.2% (103 versus 74). Extended instructions show a narrower but still clear Intel advantage of 16.4% (18303 versus 15721).

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 wins the single-thread tests, but the margins are far smaller than Intel's multi-core wins. PassMark single-thread shows AMD at 3758 versus 3594 for Intel, a 4.4% edge. Cinebench R15 single-core shows AMD at 276 versus 269, a 2.5% edge. Cinebench R23 single-core is the exception: Intel wins narrowly at 1856 versus 1802, a 3% margin. This mixed single-thread picture suggests that AMD's Zen 5 architecture is competitive on a per-core basis but not uniformly faster.

Specification Differences

The core counts differ sharply. Intel offers 14 cores and 20 threads, while AMD offers 6 cores and 12 threads. This 8-core and 8-thread gap explains most of Intel's multi-core benchmark dominance.

Clock speeds also differ, but not dramatically. Intel has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. AMD has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Intel leads by 0.40 GHz at base and 0.20 GHz at boost.

Thermal design power shows a significant split. Intel is rated at 45W, while AMD is rated at 28W. This 17W difference matters for laptop design, cooling solutions, and battery life. The AMD part consumes less power while still winning single-thread tests.

Memory support differs. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5, while AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Both are dual-channel. AMD's memory bandwidth is rated at 89.6 GB/s, a figure not listed for Intel. ECC memory is supported by AMD but not by Intel.

PCIe lanes differ. Intel offers Gen 5 with 8 CPU lanes, while AMD offers Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes. The AMD part has more lanes but an older standard.

The sockets are incompatible: Intel uses BGA 1744, AMD uses Socket FP8. Integrated graphics differ as well: Intel has Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units, AMD has Radeon 840M.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i7-13700H uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-H, built on Intel's 10 nm process. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 uses Zen 5 architecture under the Krackan Point codename, built on TSMC's 4 nm process. This process advantage for AMD likely contributes to its lower 28W TDP and higher single-thread efficiency.

Cache layouts differ substantially. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. Intel has 2 MB of L2 cache per core, while AMD has 1 MB per core. Intel has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while AMD has 8 MB. This 16 MB L3 deficit for AMD might affect workloads with large working sets, though the benchmark data shows AMD still wins single-thread tests.

The die size is recorded for AMD at 195 mm², with no corresponding figure for Intel. Transistor counts are not listed for either part. The AMD part is a Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid design, while Intel's Raptor Lake uses its own performance and efficiency core mix.

Release dates differ by two years. Intel launched on 2023-01-03, AMD on 2025-01-05. Both are listed as active in production. Intel's launch MSRP is $502; AMD's launch MSRP is not recorded.

AMD enables ECC memory support, which Intel does not. AMD also supports LPDDR5X memory, which Intel lacks. These features position AMD for certain professional or embedded workloads where data integrity is critical.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-13700H wins in every multi-threaded and compute-heavy category. If the workload involves rendering, video encoding, 3D modeling, scientific simulation, or any task that scales with core count, the data shows Intel ahead by 34% to 67%. The PassMark floating-point math score of 66322 versus 39662 is the largest single gap, making Intel the clear choice for number-crunching applications. Data encryption at 60.3% ahead suggests Intel also handles security-related workloads better.

The Intel part also wins in mixed single-thread and multi-thread scenarios. Cinebench R23 single-core shows Intel ahead by 3% (1856 versus 1802), which means Intel does not completely cede single-thread performance. Users who need both fast single-thread response and strong multi-core throughput should favor Intel.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 wins in pure single-thread workloads. PassMark single-thread shows a 4.4% lead (3758 versus 3594), and Cinebench R15 single-core shows a 2.5% lead (276 versus 269). These wins matter for everyday tasks like web browsing, document editing, and light productivity, where single-core speed dominates.

The AMD part also wins on power efficiency. Its 28W TDP versus Intel's 45W TDP means it can sustain performance in thermally constrained chassis. For ultraportable laptops where battery life is paramount, the AMD part is the rational choice. The lower base clock of 2.00 GHz also suggests less idle power draw.

In summary, the Intel Core i7-13700H is the performance pick for heavy workloads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 is the efficiency pick for light workloads and long battery life. The average benchmark scores are close (27355 versus 27932), but the distribution of wins is starkly different. Choose based on the workload, not the average.